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We have learned that Costa Mesa residents are planning a vigil in memory of Huy Pham, the Costa Mesa city worker who tragically lept from the fifth floor of City Hall yesterday afternoon after he was called in to work to receive his layoff notice. On Thursday 213 workers, including Pham, were formally notified that…

On Thursday Feb. 24, working people from throughout Orange County will hold a candlelight vigil to stand together in solidarity with the people of Wisconsin and all working people to defend against attacks on the middle class. Participants will stand with Wisconsin families who are fighting to protect their own basic right to collectively bargain.

The purpose for this gathering is to be present at the Mayor’s inauguration, and to express concern about the Mayor’s effort to make $500,000 for himself from the sale of state property. The revelation was made public last week in 2 different newspaper articles. In one article the Mayor stated he had earned the finder’s fee for simply introducing people. The Mayor will also be deposed by attorneys opposing the sale, early this week, to determine his role in the transaction.

We received this from ShivaÂ Â Farivar, a candidate for Irvine City Council. Dear friend and supporter, After what was a very successful campaign kick-off three weeks ago, I must apologize for the long silence! Tragic events have taken place since then that have consumed my energy and attention, including what has been happening in Iran. In…